Alan Etter

3 weeks ago | wtop.com | Thomas Robertson |Alan Etter

A crew that police said is responsible for the theft of nearly $32,000 worth of candles in a monthslong crime spree in Fairfax County has been shut down and its members arrested. Sincere Stewart, 25, Devon Owens, 28, and Delontae Shaw, 34, all of D.C., were arrested in the District and are awaiting extradition to Fairfax County, police said in a news release. The string of candle thefts began Feb.

1 month ago | wtop.com | Ciara Wells |Alan Etter

The outgoing U.S. Attorney for D.C. had some parting critiques about how D.C.’s leaders and courts have handled crime in the city. Ed Martin faced reporters on Tuesday in what was likely his final interview before leaving office. He commended local law enforcement’s partnership with immigration officials and the cooperation from Police Chief Pamela Smith and Mayor Muriel Bowser. “I’m proud of what we’ve done to make D.C. safe again, and what we’ve done in this office,” he said.

2 months ago | wtop.com | Ciara Wells |Alan Etter

President Donald Trump’s administration has rescinded more than 1,000 student visas of international students studying in the United States, multiple sources have reported. The news is causing anxiety among some local international students who are concerned they’ll be next. “There’s a lot of fear,” said a graduate student at Bowie State University from India, who added that she’s just trying to keep a low profile and do her work.

Mar 21, 2025 | wtop.com | Alan Etter

Officials are warning D.C.-area residents about toll scams, which see individuals alerted via text about outstanding balances from fraudulent companies.

Feb 17, 2025 | wtop.com | Alan Etter

From graffiti to homelessness, President Donald Trump is expected to sign an order in the coming days to address public safety in the District.